Ann Arbor: Charlotte Ann (Coon) Olive, 81, formerly of Hancock and Ripley, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018 in Ann Arbor. She died of Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS). Charlotte was born on March 10, 1936 in Hancock to the late Charles and Ethel (Tucker) Coon. She was a wonderful …
Read More »Obituary: Edward C. Kokkila
Hancock Edward C. Kokkila, 83, a resident of Hancock, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2018, at his home following a lengthy illness. He was born on June 8, 1934, in Highland Park, MI, a son of the late Edward A. and Estelle (Heikkinen) Kokkila. Ed was raised in Detroit and was …
Read More »DNR Reminds New Hunters To Sign Up For Safety Classes
Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers remind new hunters that it’s not too early to sign up for safety classes. All first-time hunters born on or after Jan. 1, 1960, must successfully complete a hunter safety course. “Michigan offers quality hunting opportunities year-round,” said Cpl. Dave Painter of the …
Read More »Public Urged To Use Parkmobile App For 7th Street In Houghton
As campus parking lots at Michigan Tech leave few open spaces throughout the school year, students have resorted to seeking parking on nearby city streets and walking to campus, with Seventh Street being the most likely parking alternative. The city of Houghton has taken notice and recently installed signage instructing …
Read More »Over 700 Skiers Again For Great Bear Chase
More than 700 skiers are expected to take part in the 38th annual Great Bear Chase at Swedetown Trails in Calumet Saturday. The race features a 50K Skiathlon where participants will do 25K on freestyle skis and 25K on classic, as well as 50k, 25K and 10K Freestyle and Classic …
Read More »Bergman’s Bill Targets VA Purchase Card Misuse
Congressman Jack Bergman has introduced new legislation to prevent the misuse of Veteran Affairs purchase cards. Bergman, who is the chairman of the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, says many federal entities have operated without proper oversight for far too long, leaving room for fraud, abuse, and most commonly, misuse …
Read More »Wisconsin Man Killed In Snowmobile Crash In Allouez Township
A Wisconsin man is dead following a snowmobile accident in Keweenaw County. Deputies from the Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the scene of the accident Thursday afternoon around 12:30 on Trail #3, 1.3 miles north of US 41 in Allouez Township. Authorities say a 2015 Skidoo snowmobile driven …
Read More »Comedy Duo At The Calumet Theatre
Sat., March 24 – Celebrate a late St. Urho’s day with comedy at the Calumet Theatre! Ole and Lena will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary and renew their vows at the Calumet Theatre on Saturday March 24 at 7:30 pm. Prepare for a whole lotta ‘uff da’ from the internationally known husband …
Read More »Skipper’s Alley Coming To The Calumet Theatre
Wed., March 14 – Calumet Theatre celebrates St. Paddy’s Day! Get in the mood to celebrate St Patrick’s Day with the Irish Band Skipper’s Alley performing at the Calumet Theatre on Wednesday, March 14 at 7:30 pm. This modern Irish folk band specializes in gritty, high-octane Irish dance tunes on …
Read More »Gardenview Hosting Elder Law Seminar
Gardenview Assisted Living and Memory Care in Calumet will be hosting an Elder Law Seminar with Brogan & Yonkers, PC at 6:30 this evening. The event will be hosted in Gardenview’s assisted living dining room with complimentary snacks & beverages. The seminar is an opportunity for anybody wanting to learn …
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